Chapter 14 MexAmerica

The climate of MexAmerica is usually hot and dry. According to the textbook, “to the west of MexAmerica, the mountains of California and northwestern Mexico block much of the moisture coming onshore from the Pacific Ocean. Thus areas east of these mountains are very dry” (Shelley 267). It is because of this hot and dry weather that the people of MexAmerica are sensitive to the water shortage in the region. Despite the weather, the residence has to be cautious about flash flooding and hurricanes because it causes a number of fatalities and property damage.

Flash Flood

Unlike MexAmerica, Guam has a more tropical climate and they do not have to worry about water shortage. Speaking from experience there are times that people love the weather and there are times where people hate it. In a nutshell, Guam’s climate is hot and humid but it’s bearable. Going to the beach when it becomes too hot is the usual escape plan for everyone. There it is cool and relaxing, making it feel like paradise. Guam may have its ups and downs like the recent Valley weather and people care about how hot or cold their current location may be more than a natural disaster but everyone has to be prepared for they can occur at any time. On Guam the usual natural disasters are typhoons, tsunamis and earthquakes. Since it is such a small island and they are far from other countries, they have to knowledgeable on the situation. This does not put the island in panic because they know what to do at a time of crisis which is what the people of MexAmerica and other regions should do as well.

Guam Typhoon (residential pictures)